Dottorato in BIOCHIMICA

DATE: 22/11/2023
 

Corso organizzato dal dottorato in BIOCHIMICA in lingua inglese ed è aperto alle attività formative della scuola BeMM. 

The course aims at giving the students a basic knowledge of the software and tools used to produce publication quality artwork for scientific papers, posters or presentations. A section on

scientific writing is also part of the course. Programme: The course will cover the basic knowledge of graphic design such as: image resolution; vector vs raster images; colour theory and colour spaces (RGB, CMYK); basic rules for a good figure design. The students will then be introduced to the professional open-source graphic software for photo editing (GIMP) and vector-graphics (Inkscape). Finally, the entire workflow on how to write and plan the figures of a scientific paper will be covered. Expected outcomes: at the end of the course students will be able to 1. design and create a multi-panel image from scratch. This includes the ability to: modify source images, including legends and diagrams; export data and plots as image files; organize the layout and assemble the figure 2. prepare scientific figures and illustration in agreement with editorial artwork-guidelines using the main tools (from the main palette) of Open Source software such as GIMP, Inkscape, for raster and vector image modification 3. design and export images in the correct format, with image properties optimized for a specific communication media (e.g. scientific paper, research project, oral presentations, poster) 4. Organize the text of a manuscript according to good storytelling rules.
 

Aim of the Course: The goal of this short Course is to introduce cell biology, biotechnology, molecular biology and biochemistry as well as kinetics of enzyme-catalyzed reactions, and to cover in detail the assumptions, derivation, and meaning of the Michaelis-Menten equation within a biological context. Special emphasis will also be given to the practical aspects of enzymology and its biological relevance as detailed by specific examples. Detailed program: Basic principles of chemical kinetics; Introduction to enzyme kinetics; Practical aspects of enzyme kinetics; Derivation of steady-state rate equations; Reversible inhibition; Multisubstrate enzymes; Frontiers in steady-state enzyme kinetics; From theory to practice: the cases of phosphodiesterases and cyclases controlling biofilm formation; Enzyme inhibition and activation; Types of inhibition; Complex inhibition systems; Examples from the literature.
 

The career development plan is a structured and comprehensive strategy that individuals create to guide their professional growth and advancement. It involves setting both short-term and long-term career goals, identifying the necessary skills and knowledge required to achieve those goals, and outlining specific actions and milestones to reach them. A well crafted career development plan not only helps individuals navigate their career paths but also empowers them to take control of their professional development. This proactive approach includes self-assessment, continuous learning, networking, and seeking opportunities for skill enhancement. By regularly reviewing and updating the plan, individuals can adapt to changing circumstances, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and stay aligned with their evolving aspirations. Ultimately, a thoughtfully constructed career development plan serves as a roadmap for individuals to realize their full potential and attain a fulfilling and successful professionaljourney. The course is dedicated to Early Stage Researchers, comprising PhD students and Post Docs. The course is divided in three separate topics: 1) CDP for

academic career (Italian Universities), 2) CDP in Research Institutions (National and international), 3) CDP in the private sector.